Construction Project Manager

Ferguson Electric • Freeville, NY

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson Electric has been providing exceptional electric repair and construction services in the Western New York region since 1935. Our professional team has handled a majority of the construction and service contracts for commercial and industrial facilities in the area. The Project Manager – Construction Division role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and is responsible for upholding the organization's core values. This role involves building customer relationships, collaborating across divisions, and managing the entire construction project lifecycle, including contracts, finance, budget, manpower, documentation, and scheduling. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional project delivery, adhere to all relevant codes and standards, and manage project financials effectively.

Requirements

• Experience as a Project Manager on hard bid and design build large projects.
• Five years in the commercial electrical trade preferably running projects as a foreman.
• Field experience coordinating with construction management.
• Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take offs, change orders, and contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects.
• Demonstrated ability to run a profitable portfolio.
• Exceptional initiative, execution and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines.
• Legal work authorization applicable to employment at Ferguson Electric in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (construction or project management, engineering, etc.) preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician's license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with customers and introduce the complete portfolio of Ferguson services.
• Collaborate across all Ferguson divisions to ensure exceptional project delivery.
• Adhere to IBEW rules and regulations and all customer, Local, State and Federal codes and standards.
• Manage and oversee the construction project lifecycle, including contract, finance, and budget.
• Manage customer requests for estimates in a timely manner.
• Manage and track the Change Order process.
• Manage and prepare all invoicing per the contract and/or customer's specific requirements.
• Manage the project budget by tracking committed costs and actual costs vs estimated costs and estimated cost to complete.
• Setup and review weekly cost codes.
• Create and manage subcontracts for necessary work.
• Work collaboratively with the foreman on project progress to ensure appropriate staffing and that field employees have required tools & equipment.
• Procure materials with the intention of just-in-time delivery; resolve delivery issues and site logistics challenges.
• Work in conjunction with other trades on jobsite to meet project objectives.
• Manage the submittal approval process when required.
• Create and drive a construction schedule that aligns with the owner/construction manager’s schedule.
• Create and manage all subcontracts where labor is required to be performed.
• Create and manage all participation requirements per the project contract.
• Manage the RFI Process.
• Ensure project closeout documents are submitted in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Considers all qualified employment applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level